"Vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death, with most
fatalities being attributed to unbelted motorists," State Police
Commissioner Frank Noonan said.

"With heavy traffic expected for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, it's crucial that we
encourage drivers now to make sure that all passengers are properly
restrained whenever they travel," Noonan said.

During the campaign period, troopers will conduct traffic safety
checkpoints to educate the public about traffic laws, focusing enforcement
efforts in areas with traditionally high numbers of crashes.

Troopers conducting inspections will demonstrate how to correctly
install and use child safety seats.

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the state's
current seat belt usage rate is slightly under 84 percent.

"Again this year, I'm directing our troopers to adopt a zero-tolerance
policy toward violations of the state's seat belt and child passenger
restraint laws during this campaign period," Noonan said. "However, no
enforcement will be taken against anyone at the free safety seat inspection
sites if the seat is found to be incorrectly installed."

To learn more about Pennsylvania's seat
belt and child safety seat laws, visit Buckle Up PA.

Information about inspection locations is available by calling any state
police station or by visiting the state police website at
PSP PA State; look for the "Click it or Ticket" logo on the main
page.